Minnesota Association of School Administrators
Job posting #2604
One full-time (1.0 FTE) Industrial Technology Teaching position is available beginning the 2023-24 school year at Forest Lake Area Senior High School. Candidates must have the ability to teach Autos & Small engines in a modern Auto Lab.
Job posting #2603
Full time (1.0) CTE/Family & Consumer Science teaching position is currently available beginning the 2023-24 school year at Forest Lake Area Senior High School. Ability and desire to teach sewing, interior design and foods courses.
Job posting #2602
Full time (1.0) Spanish teaching position is currently available beginning the 2023-24 school year at Forest Lake Area Senior High School. Passion and desire to teach High School Spanish to 9-12th grade students. Ability to be a part of a dynamic World Languages team.
Full time (1.0) English/Language Arts teaching position is currently available beginning the 2023-24 school year at Forest Lake Area Senior High School. We are seeking a licensed Language Arts teacher to join our already dynamic team.
JOB GOAL:
To enable the District to provide quality education for all students in the District.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Professional Skills – The teacher is expected to establish procedures of management to allow a maximum of learning and a minimum of disciplinary action by:
1. Planning and organizing effectively.
2. Demonstrating competency in his/her area.
3. Creating and maintaining an atmosphere conducive to learning.
4. Providing opportunities for individual differences.
5. Making provisions for individual differences.
6. Encouraging the development of independent work habits.
7. Using appropriate language for students to model.
8. Using varied and appropriate instructional techniques to accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.
Professional Relationships: The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with students by:
1. Encouraging respect for the rights, opinions, property, and contributions of others.
2. Being sensitive to factors which affect pupil achievement and behavior.
3. Being available for extra help.
4. Using methods of management that result in desired changes in behavior.
5. Communicating and maintaining a working relationship with parents.
6. Maintaining confidentiality with respect to students and their records.
7. Refraining from personal criticism of staff to students.
8. Avoiding use of position for commercial gain.
The teacher is expected to establish and maintain a professional relationship with fellow staff members by:
9. Cooperating with other staff members.
10. Consulting with co-workers in evaluating and meeting student needs.
11. Leaving clear and complete instructions for substitutes.
12. Following curriculum and policies approved by the Board.
13. Cooperating in evaluation of present curriculum.
14. Recommending possible revision of curriculum.
15. Being proficient or distinguished in all areas listed on the Teacher Performance Evaluation.
16. Communicating professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and community members, using oral, written, and electronic means.
17. Attending work regularly.
18. Performing other duties as assigned.
Professional Development: The teacher is expected to demonstrate professional development by:
1. Participating actively in inservice programs.
2. Keeping abreast of professional developments in his/her particular area and in education as a whole.
3. Exploring new teaching techniques as alternatives to better accomplish predetermined instructional objectives.
6.5 hr. Paraprofessional- Project SEARCH
Location: Medtronic- Mounds View
CENTENNIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is the connecting hub for the communities of Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and Lino Lakes, located 20 minutes north of Minneapolis and St. Paul. With 9 exceptional schools serving 6,400 students, Centennial offers a track record of academic success combined with a consistent district-wide drive for improvement. Annually, district’s high school graduation rate of 94.7% is at the top of Minnesota’s rankings.
Centennial’s schools are safe and filled with respectful students who are a wonderful reflection of and contributors to the community. The district’s vibrant learning environments and personalized, team approach supports the strengths and addresses the challenges of each individual student. The curriculum throughout K-12 is focused on the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st century. Importantly, Centennial is distinguished by its use of data to drive achievement, its innovative use of technology, and its exceptional faculty, with 78% of them holding a master’s degree.
A transparent and good steward of public resources, Centennial is guided by a strategic plan developed in collaboration with staff, parents and community members. As a district that encourages, listens and responds, Centennial is the pride of our five communities with 86% of resident students choosing Centennial, nearly 90% of parents rating teachers as “excellent”, and 91% saying students are well prepared for college.
Project SEARCH Paraprofessional (Skills Trainer)
BASIC FUNCTION: Responsible for providing on-site training, supervision and support for transition students participating in the school to work transition program. The Skills Trainer serves as a liaison between the host employer, Medtronic, instructor and other developmental disabilities partners to facilitate the integration of persons with disabilities into the community work setting.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist the Project SEARCH Instructor in the operation and function of the classroom, and to work with individual or small groups of students as directed by and under the supervision of the instructor.
2. Assist with the implementation and follow through of the student’s IEP plan in all settings.
3. Communicate effectively with Project SEARCH Instructor, Medtronic employees, and co-workers.
4. Provide assistance with training, supervision, and support for student interns at Medtronic worksites, which includes: hands-on job coaching, building natural supports, identifying job accommodations, help with interpersonal skills necessary in the workplace, etc.
5. Adhere to and promote standards of Medtronic work site to promote job productivity and efficiency. Ensure that production and quality standards as specified by Medtronic are met by student interns.
6. Participate in intern meetings as needed.
7. Promote a productive working relationship to ensure the successful integration of the program participants.
8. Work in collaboration with the instructor and Medtronic personnel to encourage program growth and expansion.
9. Perform other reasonably related job duties as requested.
10. Drive to various Medtronic sites when interns have been assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma required.
Demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities; job specific skill training provided.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
WAGES: Starting at $16.37 per hour.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Internal and external applicants must apply online at www.isd12.org. Click on “Employment” at the upper right of the page to begin the applications process. Applications accepted until filled. Starting August 2023.
Lesa Genovese
HR Specialist- Centennial School District 12
4707 North Road
Circle Pines, MN 55014